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Jipu 123

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Define social structure, and explain why it is important for individuals and society.
 
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Question 2

_____ explanations of aging focus on how older persons adjust to their changing roles in society.
 
  a. Functionalist b. Conflict
 c. Symbolic interactionist d. Postmodernist



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Answer to Question 1

Social structure is the complex framework of societal institutions (such as the economy,

politics, and religion) and the social practices (such as rules and social roles) that make

up a society and that organize and establish limits on people's behavior. This structure

is essential for the well-being of individuals because it provides support and social

relationships that connect each of us to the larger society. Social structure is essential

for society because it creates order and predictability. Social structure is also important

for our human development. Social structure gives us the ability to interpret the social

situations we encounter.

Answer to Question 2

a



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